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Osgood Shootout 2018 Game Times, Brackets and Scholarship Recipients
Coach Darwin Shaw, the Director of the Osgood Shootout Basketball Tournament, has announced the game times and playoff brackets for the 2018 Tournament, as well as scholarship recipients. The 26th anniversary of the venerable New Britain scholarship benefit will be held on August 18th and 19th. The first games will begin at 9:30am on Saturday, the 18th. […]
Willow Street Park Celebration Postponed to Aug 19th
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) Willow Street Park Celebration, planned for Saturday, August 18, 2018, has been postponed to August 19th. On its Facebook page, the North Oak NRZ said, on August 13th, “Please accept our apologies. The event, Splash Party for August 18, 2018 was cancelled. A new day will be announced soon.” […]
Polish Language School for Adults Enrolling Fall Classes
The Polish American Foundation of Connecticut has announced upcoming classes in its Polish Language School for Adults to be held in the autumn of 2018. The class First Year Polish, part 1, will begin September 10th. The class meets for six weeks, on Mondays, from 6:00pm to 7:15pm, and on Wednesdays, from 7:15pm to 8:30pm. […]
Hundreds Attend St. Joachim Parish Festival
The rain could not keep people away from celebration of St. Joachim Parish’s annual Festival, as hundreds of people enjoyed food, music and community celebration. The Festival in Honor of Our Lady of the Assumption was moved from its planned location on grounds St. Mary Church into the parish hall because of the weather. People […]
NBHS Band Camp to Begin August 20th and 21st
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that New Britain High School Golden Hurricanes Marching Band annual band camp will begin on August 20, 2018 for new band participants and August 21st for all band members. “If your child is interested in joining band,” says the school district, “or is coming back for another […]
Candidates and Polling Places for August 14, 2018 Primaries
On Tuesday, August 14th, Democratic and Republican voters will go to polls to choose their parties’ nominees for numerous offices up for election in 2018. Democrats will be able to choose between businessman Ned Lamont and Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim to be the Democratic nominee for Governor. Democrats will be able to choose separately in […]
Michael Foran Appointed Assistant Superintendent
Longtime New Britain educator Michael Foran has been named as Assistant Superintendent. Foran was appointed by the Board of Education at a special meeting on July 31st. Superintendent Nancy Sarra had recommended that the Board approve Foran’s appointment to the position. Sarra said that Foran, “is a true instructional leader. He has a calming presence and […]
Council Set to Approve Proposal To Bring Back Local Residency Requirement for Department Heads
The City Council is set to vote on final approval of a proposal that would bring back the requirement that city department heads be residents of New Britain. The proposed ordinance (local law), which was introduced by the Council Majority Leader, Ald. Carlo Carlozzi, Jr. (D-5), and Ald. Aram Ayalon (D-3), would reinstate the requirement that city […]
2018 “National Night Out” to Be August 7th
The 2018 New Britain National Night Out event, sponsored by the New Britain Police Department, will be held on August 7th. New Britain’s 2017 National Night Out drew hundreds of people in a festival atmosphere. The 2018 event will be a family event featuring New Britain Police, SWAT, Fire and EMS vehicles, Police K-9 dogs, face […]
2018 Dożynki to be Held August 25th and 26th
New Britain’s 2018 Dożynki festival will be held on August 25th and 26th. “Join us for the 38th annual Polish Harvest Festival in New Britain,” says the event organizers, “a beautiful and festive tradition to give thanks and celebrate all things Polish!” Dożynki is the traditional Polish harvest celebration, giving thanks for a bountiful harvest. New […]
So So Fly Holding “Shop ‘n Chill Pop Up” Aug 4th
So So Fly Urban Fashions has announced that it is hosting a “Shop ‘n Chill Pop Up” on Saturday, August 4th, inviting the community to, “shop, chill and enjoy great vibes.” The event is to have live music, free food, art, fashion and raffles. So So Fly has announced that the event is to include […]
Fifth Congressional District Democratic Primary Comes to New Britain
The Fifth Congressional District House seat is up for grabs in November and the Democratic Primary has come to New Britain. While the platforms of the two Democrats running in the Democratic primary on August 13 2018 are very similar, maybe the delineating factors are race and experience holding elected office. Mary Glassman opened her campaign […]
Board of Education Makes Appointments to Administrative Positions
Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that the Board of Education has filled a number of administrative positions in the school district ahead of the upcoming school year. The school district announced appointments to nine positions. Michael Foran, who was appointed as Assistant Superintendent. Mark Spalding, appointed as Director of Pupil Services. Danielle […]
$21.8 Million in State Grants to New Britain Organizations and Schools Announced
Four prominent New Britain organizations and two schools are receiving what totals millions of dollars in grants from funding allocated by the State Bond Commission at its July 25, 2018 meeting. The grants allow the organizations and schools to purchase, expand or renovate facilities used for the services that they provide. The grants, totaling $21.8 million, […]
Annual Soul Food Festival to Be Held on August 18th
The 2018 annual New Britain Soul Food Festival will be held on Saturday, August 18th. The Festival, sponsored by the New Britain Black Democratic Club, is a much-awaited annual event, featuring traditional southern cuisine. On the menu for the 2018 Festival will be fried chicken, barbecued ribs, macaroni and cheese, collard greens, string beans, corn […]
Diaspora Announces Multicultural Festival to Be September 15th
The Diaspora Multicultural Society has announced that it will be hosting its 2018 Multicultural Festival on September 15th. The Diaspora Society says that, “The festival will allow attendees to celebrate, participate in, and experience the rich diversity of our community’s populace.” There will be food, live performances, vendors and other attractions at the event. The Festival will […]
City Council Petition to Be Introduced on Allen Street Stop Sign
Ald. Emmanuel Sanchez (D-AL) is introducing a City Council petition for the city to consider restoring stop signs at the corner of Allen and Carlton Street. Sanchez’ petition, in the draft as submitted, says, “Please reinstall the stop signs at the corner of Allen St. and Carlton St. as there have been several car accidents […]
More Scenes from the 2018 Puerto Rican Festival
Filled with music, food and cultural celebration, the 2018 Puerto Rican Festival was an event enjoyed by many. Hundreds of people gathered on High Street in celebration of Puerto Rican culture and New Britain’s close cultural bond with Puerto Rico. Music filled the air and cultural celebration was everywhere. Vendors and local restaurants served delicious […]
North Oak NRZ Willow Street Park Celebration – Rescheduled to August 19th
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) is presenting a Willow Street Park Celebration on Saturday, August 19, 2018. The NRZ says that the festival has free food, games, entertainment and music. Music will be provided by DJ Chino. The event will be at the Willow Street Park at 43 Willow Street. “Splash!” says the promotion for […]
2018 St. Joachim Parish Festival to be Aug 10th, 11th and 12th
The Saint Joachim Catholic Parish will hold its 2018 Annual Festival on August 10th, 11th and 12th. The large traditional community festival will be held on the grounds of St. Mary Church is located at 544 Main Street New Britain’s Saint Joachim Parish is a combination of the churches of Saint Mary and Saint Ann, which […]